The Winery Federico Curtaz of Etna of Sicily

Winery Federico Curtaz
The winery offers 7 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 4.1.
It is ranked in the top 28 of the estates of Sicily.
It is located in Etna in the region of Sicily

The Winery Federico Curtaz is one of the world's great estates. It offers 7 wines for sale in of Etna to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Federico Curtaz Estate is ideally nestled on the slopes of the magnificent Etna region in Italy. It is a refined and exclusive vineyard that spans several hectares of spectacular terroirs, rich in mineral materials and benefiting from an exceptional climate for the production of high-quality wines. The Federico Curtaz vineyard is not short on charm with its neatly arranged vines on the slopes of Mount Etna, offering a backdrop of spectacular beauty. The estate takes its name from its owner, Federico Curtaz, a renowned agronomist and winemaker who has turned this estate into an icon of Italian wine. The philosophy of the Federico Curtaz Estate is based on respect for the environment and the preservation of Sicilian viticultural traditions. Environmentally friendly methods are used in the vineyard to enhance the preservation of the local ecosystem while maximizing the quality of the grapes. The wines produced at the estate are the pure and authentic reflection of the Etna terroir. They offer a balanced combination of deep aromas and unique fruity notes that make up their signature. The estate's cellar, a veritable sanctuary of wine, is dedicated to the production of exceptional wines based mainly on native varieties such as Nerello Mascalese and Carricante. Federico Curtaz's mission is to produce wines that are not only the reflection of the unique Etna terroir, but also of the culture and traditions of this renowned wine region. Through his wines, the Federico Curtaz Estate offers an unforgettable tasting experience that transports wine lovers to the surprisingly refined flavors of Italy.

Top Winery Federico Curtaz wines

Looking for the best Winery Federico Curtaz wines in Etna among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Federico Curtaz wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Federico Curtaz wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Federico Curtaz

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Federico Curtaz

How Winery Federico Curtaz wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pasta such as recipes of sloth pork loin, lamb kleftiko (greek) or capellini with vegetables.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Federico Curtaz

On the nose the red wine of Winery Federico Curtaz. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of oak, spices or red fruit. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Federico Curtaz. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Federico Curtaz

  • 2020With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 0With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2018With an average score of 4.08/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.99/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Federico Curtaz.

  • Nerello Mascalese
  • Nero d'Avola

Discovering the wine region of Etna

Sicilian DOC on the volcano's flanks (400-1,000 m), the first DOC of Sicily (1968). Signature Nerello Mascalese (80% min. in red): fine, taut reds with signature notes of tangy cherry, wild strawberry, dried herbs, volcanic smoke, sweet spices and saline minerality, tight tannins and a cutting freshness - compared to Burgundian Pinot Noir. Carricante (60% min.

in white): lively, lemony and saline whites with long ageing. Black volcanic soils, old ungrafted vines.

The top white wines of Winery Federico Curtaz

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Federico Curtaz

How Winery Federico Curtaz wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, vegetarian or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of mie goreng, mushroom, bacon and gruyere quiche or fake foie gras.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Federico Curtaz

On the nose the white wine of Winery Federico Curtaz. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Federico Curtaz. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Federico Curtaz

  • 2019With an average score of 4.14/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 0With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 2018With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2017With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2021With an average score of 4.00/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Federico Curtaz.

  • Carricante

Discover the grape variety: Nero d'Avola

Full-bodied, warm reds with deep colour and generous alcohol, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry jam, plum, liquorice, chocolate and Mediterranean spice. Ripe tannins and a broad, sunny finish. The star of Sicily (Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC, Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG blended with Frappato, Eloro DOC). Native Sicilian variety, also called Calabrese, the most planted on the island.

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Discover the grape variety: Nerello mascalese

Elegant, taut reds with a pale ruby colour (often compared to Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo), fine tannins and high acidity, on aromas of red cherry, raspberry, Mediterranean herbs, dried flowers, spices, graphite and volcanic mineral notes. Fine ageing potential. The absolute star of Etna Rosso DOC, thriving on the black lava flows of the north and east contrade. Also in Faro DOC. Native Sicilian high-altitude grape.